11 Trip Cancellation Insurance Situations That Are Covered (and What to Document)

9. Military deployment or recall to active duty

Active military orders or recalls to service generally qualify as covered reasons. When a servicemember’s travel plans clash with deployment or training assignments, standard trip cancellation policies accept official military orders as proof. Coverage often extends to dependants named on the policy as well. Provide a copy of the official military orders indicating dates and the affected service member. If the orders affect dependants, include relationship documentation and booking details. Military claims are typically resolved quickly when orders are clear and verifiable, but you should notify both the travel supplier and insurer immediately and keep all correspondence for your claim file.